JLab Work Buds EBWRKBDSRBLK82
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
JLab Work Buds EBWRKBDSRBLK82
The JLab Work Buds have received generally positive feedback for their exceptional noise cancellation and seamless multipoint Bluetooth connection, making them a solid choice for virtual meetings and office use. Users appreciate the long battery life, interchangeable mic options, and effective background noise reduction in platforms like Teams and Zoom. However, some reviewers have flagged occasional Bluetooth disconnections and audio quality issues like a hollow sound, with battery life falling short of expectations for heavy use. The product is praised by most but has a few notable technical glitches.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Seamless multipoint Bluetooth connection
- Long battery life
- Interchangeable mic options
- Effective background noise reduction
Cons
- Occasional Bluetooth disconnects
- Audio quality sometimes hollow (\"in a barrel\")
- Battery life short for heavy use
- Rubber ear pieces loosen over time
- Setup issues with computer sound
SoundPEATS H3
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Scores
Specifications
| JLab Work Buds EBWRKBDSRBLK82 | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Large, Medium, Small | — |
| Weight | — | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 6 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes of charging = 1.5 hours of playtime | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 37 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | JLab App | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
JLab Work Buds EBWRKBDSRBLK82
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 32 specs.
